Had a great night at Bites Asian Kitchen + Bar on Clark Street in Chicago. Incredible food, great atmosphere, and a fun night out in the city. The restaurant was featured about a year ago on Diners, Drive-Ins and Dives, and it definitely lives up to the hype. read more

I love BITES so much. Such a fun spot to have a weekend dinner or weekday drinks! I highly recommend their sangria it's refreshing & fruity! Their food is its own standout, it's always hot and fresh and a must order is their banana wontons for dessert always!! Their service is always a 10/10 with waitstaff being attentive and friendly! read more

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Tried BITES Asian Kitchen for Restaurant Week and it was such a fun, flavorful experience from start to finish. Appetizers: We started with Thai-style street corn and crispy crab Rangoon with sweet chili sauce. The corn was buttery and slightly smoky, topped with scallions and crunchy bits that added great texture. A squeeze of lime brightened everything up. The crab Rangoon were light, crispy, and not greasy at all -- perfect with the sweet and tangy dipping sauce. For sushi, we ordered the bacon nigiri and the 24K Maki, and both were delicious. The bacon nigiri was rich and savory, with the smokiness balancing beautifully against the seasoned rice. The 24K Maki was not only eye-catching but packed with flavor -- fresh, well-balanced, and layered with great textures in every bite. Both were very flavorful and definitely highlights. Main Courses: One entrée featured thick, chewy noodles topped with Chinese sausage, fresh radish slices, scallions, chili oil, and a rich egg yolk that brought everything together once mixed in. It was savory, slightly spicy, and super comforting with a great balance of textures. The other dish was honey walnut shrimp, and it did not disappoint. The shrimp were crispy on the outside, tender inside, and coated in a creamy, sweet sauce. The candied walnuts added that signature crunch and sweetness that makes this dish so addictive. Paired with a mound of fluffy sesame rice, it was rich but balanced -- indulgent without being overwhelming. For dessert, we finished with the banana wontons and tempura brownies. The banana wontons were warm and crispy on the outside with a soft, sweet banana filling -- the perfect light, crunchy treat. The tempura brownies were indulgent and rich, with a crispy exterior and warm, fudgy center. Such a fun and satisfying way to end the meal. Overall: BITES delivered on presentation (the orchid garnish on each plate was such a cute touch ), flavor, and portion size. For Restaurant Week, it felt like a great value with generous servings and beautifully plated dishes. If you're into Asian fusion with bold flavors and a little sweetness, this spot is definitely worth checking out. read more

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Stopped in for a birthday celebration on a sunday evening and were seated immediately. Space is fun with lots of neon decor and murals and palm trees. Staff were super attentive and all so kind! We got a variety of appetizers - edamame (very garlicky but good if that's your palette!), Tiger Cry (incredible and good portion), and the spicy crab rangoon (their top seller, very good and not too spicy). Everyone was a bit too ambitious so we got a variety of entrees as well (bao buns, yakisoba short rib, pad thai, salmon and sushi). All were super flavorful and large portions so we had plenty of leftovers! read more

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Totally recommend this small plates restaurant! I went with a friend and we split several dishes: garlic edamame, satay chicken skewers, braised chashu pork bun, mom's bbq pork bun, and yakisoba with roast duck. All of it was absolute delicious! Service was attentive but not rushing, and the vibes were right. read more

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This review is for a take-out order. I was feeling like Ramen and decided to give BITES a try based on how diverse their menu was. I placed an order on Grubhub and got the following items: Creamy Tonkotsu Ramen (Creamy pork broth, chashu pork, fresh noodles, menma, shredded cabbage, mayu, shredded nori, pickled ginger, chopped scallions, soft-boiled egg, and toasted sesame seeds), Crying Tiger (Char-grilled Certified Angus flank steak, Thai-style marinade, chopped scallion, toasted rice powder, tamarind salsa), Coconut Shrimp (Five pieces of crispy jumbo shrimp, shredded coconut, sweet-chili sauce) Angus Steak Fried Rice (Certified Angus flank steak, sliced onion, cherry tomato, chopped scallions, scrambled egg, and fried garlic) Blueberry-Yuzu Cheesecake Crispy Spring Rolls (3pcs) First let me start off with the delivery service itself. BITES did a nice job of packing the food for delivery. As you can see from the photos, everything was nicely packaged and nothing spilled out. Food arrived nice and warm and ready to be eaten. The Creamy Tonkotsu Ramen came in two separate containers, which was nice as I got to mix everything on hand. The broth was really nice and it held up on delivery. The flavor profile was very nice and the chashu pork was nice and tender. The Crying Tiger was on point! I would so order this as a main dish, the meat was just that tasty. I could so see this with a side of mashed potatoes or rice/salad. The Coconut Shrimp were of a decent size and tasty as well as the Crispy Spring Rolls, pretty standard fare. Blueberry-Yuzu Cheesecake was okay as a end to dinner with some bubbles. The Angus Steak Fried Rice was very good. This was for The Doctor and he loved it! I tried some as well and have to say I would totally get this next time and maybe have it as a side with the Crying Tiger. The rice was prepared nicely, it was not greasy like some dishes I have had before. The only thing that I would have asked for was to leave the garlic out. I love it but it does not love me. This was a very good meal and we will be ordering from them again. FYI, I am not trying to hurt their dine in game, but man BITES has some good promos for delivery: 20% off for carryout and delivery, Free Chicken Fried Rice When You Spend $55 Or More - Tuesdays Only, Buy Two Signature Maki, Get a Third One 1/2 Off - Wednesdays Only, and Get $10 Off When You Spend $60 Or More - Fridays, Saturdays, and Sundays Only. All orders have to be placed at www.BitesKitchen.com, so I am all over that. read more

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First time at Bites and I struggled with the overall review rating! Decided I couldn't give this place under 4 stars because whoever is cooking in the kitchen has some serious skill, and you can't be mad sitting under a palm tree. Just wish the professionalism of the restaurant matched the superior food quality To start off, our service was horrendous. We went for the first day of restaurant week. The restaurant wasn't that busy due to the freezing temps, but we proceeded to watch our server socialize with the bartenders, chat with other waitstaff at the back kitchen window and pay no attention to our table. Took ~20 minutes to be greeted and get a drink order and nearly every table that was seated after us was finished before we even saw dessert. 1/5 stars Now the food...THAT is what will bring us back and keep us dreaming of BITES. Food reviews: Crab Rangoon--crispy light outside with a delicate flavorful filling. Unlike any crab Rangoon I've had before and not heavy at all Corn ribs--good cook, solid flavor, but just okay compared to rest of dishes 24k maki--amazing flavor profile and generous portion of fish. However both of our rolls were MISSING the beautiful 24k gold that was supposed to be over the top (took away from the aesthetic of the namesake of the dish) Panang salmon--WOW. Standout dish by far. Beautiful crispy cook on the salmon and spice from the sauce. I originally asked for sauce on side and proceeded to use the entire ramekin. You could drink that stuff Creme brûlée sweet potato--wouldn't recommend. Lacked a wow factor or really any creme anglaise to make it dessert. Also came with a plastic spoon which felt unprofessional... read more

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This restaurant was phenomenal! We started off with the tuna tostada 10/10. Tried the duck bao bun, 10/10. Steak frites 9/10. Maki fresco sushi roll 11/10. The prices were on point with the food quality. Definitely returning here. read more

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So many fun menu options! Definitely a great place to come with a small group and try a bunch of different stuff. The spicy crab rangoon were my favorite part of the meal. The spicy tiger was a close second! A deliciously marinated flank steak. The General Tso's chicken sandwich had such a tasty sauce and was a generously sized sandwich. Pretty good sandwich but I'd rather venture out to try something else. The only dish I tried that was average was the roasted duck bao bun. Bun itself was good as was the marinade on the duck. But the duck itself was too chewy. Definitely would come back here! read more

BITES Asian Kitchen + Bar - Spicy Crab rangoon - Japanese Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

Bites beat out Medieval Times for our dinner -- and honestly, we made the right decision! Everything was delicious, especially the taro fries -- hands down the best I've had. The service was attentive and friendly, and both bartenders made us feel welcome while we sat at the bar. I ordered an iced Thai tea that hit the spot perfectly, and my partner tried the bao buns (one of each of the meat options) -- all of them were wonderful. The ambiance was lovely with great music and a relaxed vibe. The only small hiccup was with the reservation system. The website said reservations were only for parties of six or more, but when we arrived, the host mentioned we could've made one for two. Other than that, everything was excellent! read more

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I really loved this restaurant! The Lava Maki roll was phenomenal, possibly one of the best rolls I've had in my life. The service and restaurant interior were fine, nothing phenomenal, but definitely clean and quick. We felt a bit warm (visited in June), so don't bundle up too much if visiting in the summer. But this place is absolutely worth going to for the food. read more

BITES Asian Kitchen + Bar - Side of White Rice - Japanese Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

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WOW! What a cute interior and plating/presentation for the appetizers. We stopped here for some apps after a headspa day and were NOT disappointed. Our server was very nice, the food came very quickly and was all delicious! The only thing I'd not get again was the coconut shrimp. A little too much breading - so very chewy and too sweet. BUT honestly I'd come back for everything else we got 10 more times! Loved all the sauces they came with also (not pictured were taro fries, they were so good too!) read more

BITES Asian Kitchen + Bar - Coconut Shrimp - Crying Tiger - Spicy Crab Rangoon - BITES Wings - Japanese Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

Great food and friendly staff. We stopped in after a pottery class across the street and ordered: - Crying Tiger - Mom's BBQ Pork Bun - General Tso Good Chicken Sandwich - Beef Rib Ramen Honestly, it may have been a bit much. The waitress was telling us how they reduced the size of the beef in the ramen and I was thinking that meant it was less slices but boy was I wrong. The beef rib is literally half of the bowl and it isn't a small bowl. Next time we are going to share the ramen and maybe order an appetizer. All of the food was good, the sandwich was perfectly crispy despite being covered in sauce. The crying tiger was also a generous portion compared to other places. read more

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The ambiance is fun, the service was good, and everything we ordered tasted so good!! The presentation was 10/10, everything looked amazing, and every dish had so much flavor! I would definitely come back and bring someone who was visiting Chicago, I also loved that I didn't need a reservation and could walk in. Another gem of Chicago! read more

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Came on a Sunday afternoon for an early dinner. We happened to be nearby and wanted to give this restaurant a shot. Previously we came during restaurant week and it was overcrowded so we left. On this occasion, the vibe was chill. We got a nice table right near the window. Our server was really nice, I believe the servers name was Jeep. We started off with cocktails and some appetizers. We really enjoyed the coconut shrimp. The crab rangoons were nothing special. We enjoyed our main entree. All in all, it was a nice experience. The sushi offerings look tempting and I would love to come back to try a few of their rolls. read more

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First time trying this fusion place, based on Yelp recommendations and it did not fail! Went on a weekend for lunch, was surprised that there was no wait. The place is decent size with more than enough tables and cute decor. Servers were friendly. Street parking available. Now for the food - we ordered the soft shelled crab sliders, char siu bao and soft shelled mentaiko pasta. The sliders were reasonably sized and with fried soft shelled crab and some sauce that was a bit like hoisin but more tart. The char siu bao had a good sized portion of the meat and the bun and carrot/daikon were classic bao accompaniments. The surprise was the pasta. Although a bit pricey at $25, it came with a huge helping of pasta, good sized portion soft shelled crab and about 6 large shrimps! Flavor was great and sauce was creamy but not too overwhelming. Overall, I'd recommend anyone who wants to try Asian fusion restaurant to stop by for some Bites! read more

BITES Asian Kitchen + Bar - Soft shelled crab mentaiko pasta - Japanese Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

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I have a gluten allergy and this place is a dream. Menu is marked and there is tons of variety. Plenty of apps, mains, noodles and sushi maki are gluten free. They also have a gluten free soy sauce. Everything is yummy! Cute tropical ambiance and great service. Fun to go there on a super cold day and pretend you are somewhere warm. read more

Came here for dinner on a Friday evening! We were able to be seated immediately. The inside is nice with fun decor and service was very prompt. The menu is marked well for gluten free options. We started with a drink because it was still happy hour. I got the Matchalita and it came out in a fun inflatable flamingo. The menu has a variety of options and they all sounds very good. I ordered the Lava Maki and really enjoyed it! Pretty filling and average price for a sushi roll. We also saw the Taro Fries go by and we had to order them. We enjoyed them. Very fun and crispy. Overall a nice meal! read more

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Loved the atmosphere and ambience of this place! We made reservations for a Saturday night and for seated right away. We had two cocktails. I really enjoyed the pink lotus and we also had appetizers. We got the crab Rangoon and the Tora fries. Both so unique and very good. We also had two sushi rolls to share the ocean Avenue and the bite me. They were also equally delicious. read more

BITES Asian Kitchen + Bar - Japanese Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

We ate at Bites for a late lunch before an evening Cubs game. Both of our meals were delicious.

Stopped in on a chilly day and immediately we were transported to a beautiful, tropical paradise. It's almost a Golden Girls vibe but updated for today, and that is high praise in my book! Ramen sounded like the right idea, but the menu is so varied that it was pretty hard to choose what we wanted. Our server gave great recommendations. We had to get the crab rangoon--and so do you! These aren't the old take-out ones you get everywhere else. They're really special here. The beef rib ramen was incredible. Amazing presentation and a gorgeous broth. Our server also recommended a pasta with lots of cheese and seafood including fried soft shell crab and tons of shrimp. The shrimp were big and beautiful and there was a good portion of them. In short, I really loved it! Hope to be back soon. read more

We love BITES!! I truly believe if you order anything off of the menu you will be impressed. We visited a little while ago and we loved the duck buns and ebi roll that we had to run them back another time. We also ordered the 24k roll that features delicious yellow fin tuna, heaps of black tobiko some other toppings and edible gold leaves on top! Such a fun roll to eat. We also ordered the lava roll which was fresh, crispy, creamy and delicious. The servers were attentive and kind. We have felt so welcome coming here and we will continue to come back. I'm looking forward to trying other menu items next time such as the creamy mentaiko pasta, it's on my list! read more

BITES Asian Kitchen + Bar - Ebi Katsu Maki 24K Maki (GF) and Roast Duck Bun - Japanese Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

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On the coldest day of the year (so far), I started Chicago Rstaurant Week here, and it did not disappoint. 1st course - Crab Rangoon. Crispy on the outside, creamy on the inside. And the sweet and sour sauce had a mild touch of heat that tickled my taste buds, instead of burning them off. 2nd course - Bacon Nigiri Thick, crunchy candied bacon on rice with pickle ginger and some of the most powerful wasabi I've ever had. Took the hair out of my nose. Trust me. A little goes a long way. 3rd course - Udon Carbonara I didn't know it was topped with soft egg yolk. I loved it. Wasn't sure of I was going to like the Chinese sausage, but I did. It looked like dark sun dried tomatoes. Tasted like a sweet cousin to bacon. Consistency of jerky without being nearly as chewy. Hard to describe properly, but it was delicious. And the sauce? Creamy, surprisely salted well. And the taste? It baffled me. One minute, it tasted like cheese sauce (courtesy of a boatload of parmesan cheese. Next mimute - brown gravy. Every bite was culinarily intriguing. 4th Course - Tempura Brownies Batter fried brownie bites served with Green Tea Ice Cream. The brownies by themselves are chewy, like Mochi Ice Cream. The Green Tea Ice Cream by itself had a very strong Tea flavor. Together? They were perfect. All in all, a great meal and great service for the price. Definitely consider going to Bites Asian Kitchen + Bar during Chicago Restaurant Week. Ask for Angela's section. Tell her Shell said "Hi!" It won't get you a discount, but it may make her day. read more

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Great drinks and food! Owners seems really friendly and down to Earth. Would highly recommend. read more

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such a great first time experience. the staff was extremely friendly and fast! they seated us and immediately brought us water and menus. The food is amazing. my partner and I split two appetizers and an order of sushi. filled us up. we had a blueberry mojito and red sangria (not pictured) that were extremely tasty. The ambience of the restaurant is great whether you're coming here on a first date, date night, or a friends night out. definitely coming back to try their patio with friends once it warms up outside. read more

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I don't know what happened but the food quality dropped a lot after a year. And the price increased over 20% in a year My favorite smoked brisket noodle is not even close to what it was. The meat is now cube and kinda dry. Doesn't have much flavor but lots of MSG. My mouth was dry for a whole day and water didn't help at all Spicy crab ragoon still pretty good. Crispy thin skin and slightly spicy creamy filling Crying tiger is just boring dry beef. Not terrible but wouldn't want to order again read more

Wow what a great local place. Amazing food duck bao bao best ever. Happy hour the best in lake view. Highly recommend

Me and my girlfriend recently came in after googling last minute dinner options. We saw BITES had good reviews and good choices on the menu. I personally fell in love with the Roasted Duck Bao and the General Tso Chicken sandwich. Both were excellent and I highly recommended them. The chill and calming vibe of the restaurant really set the mood for the evening. I also recommend trying their infused drinks, they were so refreshing we almost got 2 rounds. read more

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A surprisingly tasty and very vibey Asian fusion spot up near Wrigleyville. Food-wise this place is actually pretty good and they cover a wide variety of Asian cuisine on their menu. The best dishes we tried were probably the crab Rangoons and the galbi, they were packed with flavor and hit the right spot. Aesthetically the restaurant, drinks, and food are actually quite spectacular and very artistic. The service is also really good. The only real downfall with this spot is that it's a bit pricy for Asian food (but as to be expected with Asian fusion), I think if portion sizes were bigger this would easily be five stars. read more

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Excellent! The food/drinks 10/10. I got the vegan Mongolian chicken that was recommended by our server Tan. The menu is extensive and there is something for everyone! Portions are giant and the staff is lovely. Booked this place on a whim and so happy I did. Thank you for the excellent holiday hospitality! Will be back ASAP! read more

BITES Asian Kitchen + Bar - Japanese Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

For it to be very busy, likely at capacity, the staff managed well. The staff were very friendly. The food was delicious, overall. I love that they have a dedicated vegan menu. The Vegan Emerald Gyoza was my favorite! The Honey Bourbon Sesame Tindle sandwich was super creative and tasty! We enjoyed the vegan Buddha's Garden sushi roll. The yuzu orange sauce was the only thing that wasn't exciting in flavor. We will definitely return for the gyozas and to try some other menu items! read more

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Went on a solo lunch for restaurant week 2025. Surprisingly there was a decent amount of people also getting lunch. The vibes inside are colorful and fun! Im sure they get busy for dinner. Felt bad cause there was only one employee in charge of the check-in desk AND the entire dining room. But I didn't have to wait long during my experience. Course 1: duck bao bun - Soft and flavorful Course 2: shrimp pad Thai - Pretty decent! Big portion with plenty for leftovers. Came with 7 pieces of big shrimp. Course 3: banana wontons - These are a MUST. So so good and a great way to end my meal. I ordered a Vietnamese iced coffee to go so I could bring to work. Fair warning - it is STRONG. I had the shakes/palpitations at work. Otherwise, decent spot! By no means would I say its authentic asian food but it's pretty good. read more

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The ambiance was nice. Service was great. Food was tasty. Hot sake was a great addition to the meal. Would like to go back and try more things! read more

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One of my favorite restaurants in the city! I've gone back here multiple times and have never been disappointed. The sushi is great, and the crab rangoon is one of the best I've had. But my favorite thing is probably the roast duck bao, a must have! I recently went here for restaurant week. The service was great and I really like the decor and vibe in there. It was really busy, but the servers were very attentive and all of the food came out promptly. read more

BITES Asian Kitchen + Bar - Creamy Mentaiko Pasta - Japanese Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

Stopped here as part of our Triple D tour. The walnut shrimp is to die for. It was lunch during the week so it wasn't crowded. The food did take a long time. Service was ok but could have been better since there was no crowd. Seemed like one person was running the entire place. Food was superb tho! read more

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I've eaten here several times and never had a bad experience, but writing this review specifically for the general tso tofu sandwich! Tofu can be pretty hit or miss at restaurants and I was a little wary about it in sandwich form, but it was delicious. Really thick slabs of tofu that were super crispy on the outside but light and fluffy on the inside. Also came with fully coated fries that stayed crispy even through the delivery process. One last note - do not skip the garlic edamame! read more

5/5 Stars - Delicious Experience! Hands down the best Asian food I've had in a long time! The flavors are authentic and the portions are generous. The service is also top-notch - friendly and attentive. I ordered the Honey bourbon sesame chicken sandwich, Mongolian beef and for an appetizer the spicy crab ragoon. It was love at first bite. The atmosphere is cozy and intimate, perfect for a night out with friends or a date. Can't wait to come back and try more of the menu! Highly recommend. Side note they also added thc and cbd infused drinks to the menu. read more

BITES Asian Kitchen + Bar - Cbd and thc infused drinks along with spicy crab ragoon - Japanese Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

A friend introduced me to BITES Asian Kitchen + Bar during an end of year happy hour and I cannot believe I haven't known about this place sooner. This is the perfect date night spot or happy hour with friends. The decor is cute and social media friendly so anyone looking for those vibes. The inside is large and easily can accommodate parties of various sizes. I visited when the happy hour first started so the restaurant is empty but as the night went on it became packed. I highly recommend visiting earlier in the evening if you want to avoid the crowd. I didn't have a reservation since it was so early but I recommend having one if you're going later in the evening. The wait staff was very friendly and patiently waited for me the rest of my party to arrive. When I did start to order my waitress had different recommendations if my group was torn between a dish or drink. The presentation of the drinks is lovely! I ordered the My Tai and Deadly Nightshade. They were very different vibes but both equally tasty. I was forewarned by my waitress that the Deadly Nightshade was strong and she did not lie. It is the type of drink that sneaks up on you. I ordered the Bites Wings and Crying Tiger which is char-grilled angus flank steak with Thai-style marinade. I was surprised by the portion sizes because one was priced for the happy hour and the other was priced for their December promotion. I got the General Tso style chicken which was delicious with a hint of spice. The Crying Tiger was unfortunately overcooked. The steak needed to be cut in half to consume because you might pull out a tooth trying to bite a small piece off. The sauce was still delicious but I couldn't finish the dish because the meat was too tough. I will definitely come back so I can try some of the bigger dishes! read more

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I have eaten at BITES several times, and left thinking it was good, but not too much better. But my husband and I went there a few days ago with some friends (who dine there often) and their family. There were eight of us. And during this visit, I was blown away by the excellent food and the service. We arrived at 5:00pm to take advantage of BITE's Happy Hour where cocktails are $11 and there is a discount on some of their best appetizers. We were greeted with a smile by an enthusiastic server who was very attentive, efficient, and friendly. Everyone at our table ordered a cocktail or wine. BITE's delicious cocktails are beautifully decorated with orchid flowers and festive umbrellas. We ordered spicy crab rangoon and wings for the table. Both were exceptionally delicious, and the wings were really good with a crispy breading with a spicy/sweet glaze. Our lovely server surprised our table with an order of their wonderfully crispy taro fries. All of the food was excellent and the portions are large. Everyone at the table ordered something different, and enjoyed what they ordered. I ordered the coconut shrimp. It comes with five huge pieces--each almost 8-inches long and delicious. The meat in BBQ pork bao that I ordered was a bit dry and chewy, but that was the only negative. By the time we were ready to leave two hours later, the restaurant was packed, because it's good! If you're looking for delicious, plentiful beautifully-presented Asian food in Lakeview, this is the place to go! read more

BITES Asian Kitchen + Bar - BITES's My Tai cocktail is beautiful and delicious! - Japanese Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

Food was good but the flavor profile was everywhere. Japanese, Thai, Chinese, Spanish, all a bit Americanized. Guess that's to be expected for an Asian fusion restaurant. Tofu satay bit too sweet, yakisoba bit too salty, paella bit bland. Sushi was really good though. Loved the lava roll. Also first sake bomb! Definitely trying some more sushi next time! read more

BITES Asian Kitchen + Bar - Yakisoba, Seafood Paella Fried Rice (GF), Seaweed Salad (V)(GF), Tofu Satay (V)(GF), Unagi-Q, Lava Maki - Japanese Near Me - Chicago, Illinois